iRobot Corp., the maker of Roomba robot vacuums, reported sharp declines in revenue and profit for Q3 2025. The company blamed weak demand, production setbacks, and shipping delays for its slower performance.
Modern robot vacuums are introducing advanced mop-washing docks that claim to use hotter water than ever before — even near boiling. We tested leading models to measure real dock temperatures and see whether those claims hold up in real-world conditions.
Regular robot vacuum maintenance keeps performance strong and your robot running longer. Learn when to clean filters, brushes, sensors, and mop pads—and how often to replace each part—for peak performance from brands like Roborock, Ecovacs, Shark, and Dreame.
Neato Robotics has confirmed it will phase out its cloud services, ending app connectivity for all Neato robot vacuums. The company cites evolving cybersecurity and privacy regulations as the reason behind the move. Here’s what the shutdown means for owners, which features will stop working, and how to keep your robot running manually as the phase-out begins.
DJI’s Romo Series, the company’s first robot vacuum lineup, has begun rolling out in Europe. The series brings DJI’s robotics and vision expertise to home cleaning with advanced obstacle sensing, strong suction, and dual robotic arms for edge cleaning. While a U.S. release remains unconfirmed, DJI’s expansion into the smart home market signals growing competition among premium robot vacuum brands.
Shark’s new Stratos 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop sits between Matrix Plus and PowerDetect, adding mop lifting but not full flagship sensing.
Shark has released its most advanced robot vacuum and mop yet — the Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged NeverTouch Pro. Featuring a self-cleaning, self-emptying base and high-heat mop washing, it introduces several new technologies including PowerDetect, NeverStuck, DryGuard, Edge Detect, and Object Detect for smarter, hands-free cleaning.
Ecovacs has introduced the DEEBOT T30C robot vacuum and mop, bringing many of the brand’s premium features to a more affordable price point. Designed to deliver high cleaning performance and smart automation, the T30C combines strong suction, efficient mopping, and intelligent navigation in one accessible package.
We noticed something strange about Ecovacs’ Amazon reviews — and what we found raised bigger questions about authenticity. In this Vacuum Wars investigation, we analyze patterns in review language, photos, and videos that suggest possible coordination or automation across multiple Ecovacs listings.
Yeedi has launched the S20 Infinity, a new premium robot vacuum and mop combo designed to combine strong suction power, intelligent cleaning, and a highly automated maintenance system. The model represents Yeedi’s most advanced offering to date, aiming to reduce hands-on upkeep while improving long-term cleaning efficiency.
